National Railway Museum York, York: Photos, Reviews & Location

Railway history & artefacts, with 300 vehicles including steam world record holder, the Mallard.

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#1 of 19 Tourist attractions in York #1 of 8 Museums in York

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.70

1.0 km from the center of York

Rating breakdown

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Leeman Rd, York YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom

railwaymuseum.org.uk

+44 330 058 0058

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Quick facts

What is the rating of National Railway Museum York?: National Railway Museum York is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 27,362 reviews.
How does National Railway Museum York rank in York?: National Railway Museum York is #1 of 19 Tourist attractions in York by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is National Railway Museum York located?: Leeman Rd, York YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom — 1.0 km from the center of York.
How can I contact National Railway Museum York?: Phone: +44 330 058 0058 · Website: railwaymuseum.org.uk

Reviews (8)

Anthony Eleftheriou 2024 Aug 24

Informative and easy to get around. All staff very friendly. Great looking back in time. We'll worth a trip with children and family of all ages. Saw lots of parents with children and grandparents enjoying their time together.

David Law 2024 Aug 24

Free entry, so who can complain. The main hall is superb. Great to see the Mallard and so many classic locomotives. I'm not a train buff.
Short walk from town centre. Under refurb but it doesn't spoil the experience.

Ivy Ng 2024 Aug 18

Amazing free museum, many vintage trains and they all look so impressive! No need to book ticket in advance really, they just let you in since it's free. Not too crowded even on Sunday afternoon. Would be even better if there are more interactive things to do, or being able to go in one of the vintage trains. The cute train back to York center is nice too. It's £3.5 for adult, single journey.

Tom Comerford 2024 Aug 17

A fantastic museum to bring the whole family. It is very kid-friendly and there are exhibits for people of all ages. The trains on display are in immaculate condition. Well worth the journey to York for this museum alone.

dave pelton 2024 Aug 16

We spent a Thursday morning here in August. Free to get in, but please do leave a small donation. Very busy here, but loads of room for the kids to run around, along with plenty of tables at the eating areas. The trains are a marvel. Lots of history, information, and raised platforms to look inside the trains. We could have spent much longer here and will probably return at a quieter time.

Zaidatul Johari 2024 Jul 16

We had an amazing visit to the York National Railway Museum! The exhibits were fascinating and well-presented, showcasing a rich history of railway innovation and travel. The collection of locomotives and carriages was impressive, and the interactive displays kept both adults and children engaged. The museum was clean, well-organized, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. It was a wonderful educational experience for the whole family. Highly recommend for anyone interested in history or trains!

Missy B 2024 Jul 10

Amazing place! There's so much to see. I've been quite a few times, and I'm always blown away by the collection of trains and memorabilia. It's an amazing place to spend an afternoon, or if you are like me and look and read everything, you could spend the day. There's a couple of coffee shops and souvenir shops. I love the fact that it's free / donations. All in all a great day for all the family.

Tony Holden 2024 Jun 20

Definitely one of the best museums in the country and I'm not even a train spotter. Free entry but understandably you are asked to make a contribution on entry. Excellent catering and a quality gift shop on site. The exhibits are amazing and impressive. The museum is currently being developed and all going to plan, by the end of 2026 will be even better. For me that will definitely mean a return visit to York.